Crowd Quote by Anna Kavan
““You don’t like it here? Why didn’t you keep out, then, for God’s sake, while you had the chance? Anyhow, it’s no good moaning and snivelling now. Put a good face on it. Be tough. Show the crowd you can take it. You’re an individualist, aren’t you? To hell with the crowd. What do you care about them? You’re here because you’ve got no time for the crowd. What do you care about them and their damnfool heaven? To hell with heaven, anyway.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House of Sleep by Anna Kavan, 1961
A defiant call to reject conformity, endure hardship, and assert personal independence despite external pressure.
In simple terms: Reject conformity and stay strong.
Key Takeaway
Embrace individuality, ignore the crowd.
Themes
individualism
resilience
defiance
self-reliance
Mood
defiant
determined
rebellious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- workplace stress
- social ostracism
- personal crises
- public performance
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychological endurance
social alienation
Questions to Reflect On
- What does being an individual truly mean to you?
- How can you balance self-reliance with community support?
A Different Perspective
May ignore personal well lead cause isolation or burnout.
